{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Venice High School","outOfStateSupporters":21.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9054687,"projectId":9234861,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom through your donation! Because of your generosity, every student now has a dedicated scientific thinking notebook that they can use to record observations, ask questions, analyze data, and reflect on their learning throughout the year.\r\n\r\nWhen the notebooks arrived, many students were excited to have a space that belonged entirely to them as scientists. Several students immediately began decorating the covers with drawings of animals, plants, cells, and other biology-themed designs. Having their own notebook helped them feel more invested in their work and proud of their role as scientists. We are using these notebooks daily for phenomenon-based learning.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, students will continue using their notebooks to document laboratory investigations, outdoor field studies, data analysis, and scientific arguments. They will also use them to develop questions about real-world environmental issues and connect biological concepts to the world around them. By the end of the year, each notebook will serve as a record of their growth as critical thinkers, problem-solvers, and young scientists.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping provide a tool that supports curiosity, creativity, and scientific discovery every day in our classroom. Your generosity is making a lasting impact on our students' learning and confidence","fullyFundedDate":1746717399474,"projectUrl":"project/bound-for-discovery-composition-noteboo/9234861/","projectTitle":"Bound for Discovery: Composition Notebooks for Scientific Thinking","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Garay Rosales","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9054687_orig.jpg?crop=2561,2561,x0,y162&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1684464110394","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-garayrosales"},{"teacherId":9054687,"projectId":9326380,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom now has the nitrile gloves needed to safely participate in meaningful, hands-on science investigations. These materials have already made a huge impact on my students by allowing them to fully engage in labs and dissections with confidence, curiosity, and professionalism. When students first saw the new gloves arrive, many were excited because it made them feel like \"real scientists\" preparing for authentic scientific work. Having enough protective equipment for every student has helped create a classroom environment where students can focus on inquiry, collaboration, and discovery instead of worrying about limited supplies.\r\n\r\nWe recently used the gloves during our body systems and homeostasis investigations, where students explored how different organ systems work together to maintain balance in the human body. Students were able to safely handle lab materials, collect data, and participate more actively in the investigation process. One of the most memorable moments was seeing even some of my more hesitant students become engaged and willing to participate because they felt prepared and supported with proper safety equipment. These experiences help students build both scientific skills and confidence in themselves as learners.\r\n\r\nAs we continue through the end of the school year, students will also use these materials during dissections and future inquiry-based labs that encourage critical thinking and real-world problem solving. Your support is helping create a classroom where science is active, accessible, and exciting for all students. Thank you for investing in my students and helping bring authentic science experiences to life in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1746785399874,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-science-safely-nitrile-gloves/9326380/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Science, Safely: Nitrile Gloves for Future Scientists","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Garay Rosales","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9054687_orig.jpg?crop=2561,2561,x0,y162&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1684464110394","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-garayrosales"},{"teacherId":2613754,"projectId":10276821,"letterContent":"Words cannot fully express the gratitude my students and I feel for your extraordinary generosity and support. Because of your thoughtful donation of technology for our classroom, you have opened new doors of learning, creativity, and opportunity for every student who walks through our classroom doors. Your kindness has provided a tools that are not simply device, but a gateways to deeper engagement, collaboration, and meaningful educational experiences.\r\n\r\nYour donation has already made a remarkable impact on student learning. It allows students to participate more actively in lessons through interactive activities, educational programs, research, language practice, creative projects, and collaborative assignments. Many students who once struggled to stay engaged are now excited to participate and eager to learn. The new device has created an environment where students can work independently, explore concepts visually, and develop important digital skills that will benefit them far beyond the classroom. It has also allowed me to create more dynamic and personalized lessons that meet the needs of different learners and encourage greater confidence and academic growth.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most is the opportunity to learn in a more hands-on and interactive way. The moment they saw the new technology, the classroom was filled with excitement, curiosity, and enthusiasm. Some of my quieter students, who are often hesitant to participate, have especially flourished while using these new resources. They have become more confident in sharing ideas, completing projects, and collaborating with classmates. Watching students discover new ways to express themselves and connect with learning has been truly inspiring.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a lasting difference in our classroom community. Because of you, my students feel supported, valued, and motivated to succeed. Thank you for believing in their potential and for investing in their future. Your kindness will continue to impact their education and inspire them for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1778256505224,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-spanish-learners-through-tech/10276821/","projectTitle":"Empowering Spanish Learners Through Technology","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Leon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2613754_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1521848515215","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2613754"},{"teacherId":2613754,"projectId":10093037,"letterContent":"Thank you for your extraordinary generosity and for believing in the creativity and potential of my students. Your thoughtful donations of colored pencils, watercolors, canvases, and heart-shaped paper have transformed our classroom into a vibrant space filled with inspiration, culture, and meaningful expression. Because of your kindness, my students were able to create beautiful Mother's Day cards in Spanish that came directly from the heart. Each student poured emotion, gratitude, and creativity into their work, proudly using the materials you provided to design personal and artistic messages for their mothers and families.\r\n\r\nThe moment the students first saw the new supplies, their excitement was truly unforgettable. Many of them immediately began imagining what they could create, and the classroom was filled with enthusiasm, smiles, and artistic energy. Students who are often shy or hesitant became engaged and confident as they expressed themselves through art and language together. It was a powerful reminder that creative resources can inspire not only learning, but also joy and connection.\r\n\r\nThese materials will continue to play an important role in our classroom throughout the year. Students will use them in upcoming cultural projects, Spanish presentations, collaborative artwork, and creative writing activities that combine language learning with artistic expression. Your generosity has given my students opportunities to communicate their ideas in meaningful and memorable ways, helping them build confidence, creativity, and pride in their work.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for making such a lasting impact on our classroom. Your support means far more than supplies alone you have encouraged imagination, self-expression, and a love for learning that my students will carry with them long after this school year ends. We are deeply grateful for your kindness and support.","fullyFundedDate":1778195192203,"projectUrl":"project/kindness-in-action-a-compassionate-schoo/10093037/","projectTitle":"kindness in Action a Compassionate School","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Leon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2613754_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1521848515215","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2613754"},{"teacherId":9061419,"projectId":10262336,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping provide snacks for my students. These snacks have already made a meaningful difference in our classroom by helping students stay fueled, focused, and ready to learn. Many of my students come to class after long mornings, busy schedules, or without having had enough to eat, and having snacks available helps remove one barrier to their learning. Instead of feeling distracted by hunger, students are able to participate more fully in discussions, labs, notebook work, and class activities.\r\n\r\nMy students were genuinely excited when they saw the snacks arrive. They immediately felt cared for and supported, and that matters so much. Something as simple as being able to grab a snack before starting an assignment or lab helps create a classroom environment where students know their needs are seen. Your support has helped make our classroom feel more welcoming, comfortable, and ready for learning.","fullyFundedDate":1778119827133,"projectUrl":"project/fueled-focused-and-ready-to-learn/10262336/","projectTitle":"Fueled, Focused, and Ready to Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tirado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9061419_orig.jpg?crop=2116,2116,x437,y279&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1685227096593","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mstirado"},{"teacherId":200222,"projectId":10271081,"letterContent":"Thank you for allowing our English Learners to capture the positive assests of their communities with the rest of our school family. For many students, this is the first time that their lived realies and neighborhoods are acknowledged and honored in an academic setting. Often, their communities are looked down upon based on statistics, but with this project we aim to highlight the gifts that they house and how they provide possitively to the creation of safe spaces in our classrooms. We know and understant that when students feel seen, their academic life also flourishes. \r\nThanks for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1778189482074,"projectUrl":"project/my-community-through-a-camera/10271081/","projectTitle":"My Community Through a Camera","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Santos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lsantos"},{"teacherId":200222,"projectId":10183924,"letterContent":"Thank you for your kind donation to our classroom space. With your support, our students will have a place on campus where they are sure to find nourishing snacks to support thier growing minds and bodies. Thank you for helping us combat hunger and allowing us to teach our students important lessons around nutrition, food deserts, access to healthy food sources and wellness. \r\nFurthermore, your gift allows students to create relationships in our school community that go beyond academics. Creating safe spaces for students is vital and can create a difference in their educational experiences.","fullyFundedDate":1778189099196,"projectUrl":"project/no-more-growling-tummies/10183924/","projectTitle":"No More Growling Tummies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Santos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lsantos"},{"teacherId":9061419,"projectId":8426324,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom! These essential supplies have made a meaningful difference for my students by helping us create and maintain interactive science notebooks.\r\n\r\nMy students are using the supplies to organize notes, complete practice problems, glue in handouts, reflect on labs, and build visual models that help them make sense of chemistry concepts. Instead of just taking notes, students are able to create notebooks that are hands-on, colorful, and useful for studying.\r\n\r\nWhen students saw the materials, they were excited to use them right away because it made their notebooks feel more complete and personalized. Having these supplies available also helps ensure that all students can participate, even if they do not come to class with everything they need.\r\n\r\nStudents will continue using their interactive notebooks to document labs, build explanations, and prepare for assessments. Your donation is helping students stay organized, engaged, and ready to learn every day. Thank you for investing in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1725631808482,"projectUrl":"project/essential-supplies-for-classroom-success/8426324/","projectTitle":"Essential Supplies for Classroom Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tirado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9061419_orig.jpg?crop=2116,2116,x437,y279&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1685227096593","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mstirado"},{"teacherId":200222,"projectId":10183980,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of school supplies to our classroom. Your support gives our students the tools they need to learn, create, and succeed each day, specially our students from underserved groups. Often, these students struggle to get thier basic need met, but thanks to kind people like you, we can offer them a place to attain the most basic of supplies.\r\nWe truly appreciate your kindness and commitment to helping our students thrive. Your generosity makes a meaningful difference in our classroom and inspires our students to do their very best.","fullyFundedDate":1777997392262,"projectUrl":"project/school-supplies-that-spark-our-minds/10183980/","projectTitle":"School Supplies That Spark Our Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Santos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lsantos"},{"teacherId":1247949,"projectId":10215812,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support in providing Teachers Pay Teachers gift cards to my classroom. Your contribution has made a meaningful and immediate impact on both teaching and student learning.\r\n\r\nWith access to high-quality, teacher-created resources, I have been able to bring more engaging, creative, and targeted lessons into my classroom. These materials have allowed me to better meet the diverse needs of my students, offering differentiated activities, interactive assignments, and enrichment opportunities that keep students motivated and involved. Students are more eager to participate, collaborate, and take ownership of their learning. \r\n\r\nI am incredibly grateful for your investment in education and for helping me provide meaningful learning experiences. Your generosity is truly making a difference in my classroom every day.","fullyFundedDate":1777997395789,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-math-active/10215812/","projectTitle":"Keeping Math Active","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Iniguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/iniguez"},{"teacherId":9061419,"projectId":9921201,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting this project! Your generosity has helped make our chemistry classroom more organized, interactive, and accessible for all students.\r\n\r\nMy students are using these supplies every day in their interactive science notebooks. Instead of only reading notes or copying information, students are able to cut, glue, sketch, annotate, and build models directly into their notebooks. These notebooks become a resource they can return to throughout the year as they learn new chemistry concepts, complete labs, and prepare for assessments.\r\n\r\nOne specific way students have used these materials is by adding visual notes and models into their notebooks to help explain complex ideas in chemistry. The copy paper allows me to provide graphic organizers and scaffolded templates, the glue sticks help students organize everything into one place, and the pencils make sure every student can participate right away. This has been especially helpful for my inclusion students and emergent bilingual students because the visuals and hands-on organization make the science more accessible.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, students are now able to stay engaged and build a stronger connection to the content through hands-on notebooking. My next step is to transition into more student-created sketch notes, where students will use drawings, symbols, labels, and key vocabulary to show their understanding of chemistry in their own way.\r\nThank you again for helping provide the simple supplies that make a big difference in how my students learn.","fullyFundedDate":1764600612171,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-chemistry-starts-with-simple-su/9921201/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Chemistry Starts With Simple Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tirado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9061419_orig.jpg?crop=2116,2116,x437,y279&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1685227096593","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mstirado"},{"teacherId":9061419,"projectId":8211590,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting this project! Your generosity helped bring our forensic chemistry unit to life in a way that was exciting, hands-on, and deeply meaningful for students.\r\n\r\nMy students used these resources to investigate a simulated murder mystery in our classroom. They analyzed evidence, tested artifacts, examined fingerprints, used chromatography to compare ink samples, and applied chemistry concepts to make claims based on real data. Instead of only learning about forensic chemistry through notes or videos, students were able to step into the role of forensic scientists and experience how chemistry can be used to investigate questions of justice and health.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, they were incredibly excited. Many were amazed that they would get to use actual lab supplies and investigation materials to solve a case. The crime scene materials, lab tools, and evidence-testing supplies made the experience feel real and important. 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